i have my rear taillights tinted with limo tint in KOREATOWN LA and never had a problem with it. I also have a 08 si i bought 2-3 monthes ago and been pulled over like 4-5 times and they never said anything about it. the front plate you better keep on there. thre front plate i got 4-5 tickets in 3 weeks from freaking meter maids and those are $30 bucks and $40 after.... unless u like shelling out money for no reason leave the front plate. doesnt look bad with it on haha i got used to it. now i prefer it.